With reference to the Indian Parliament, consider the following statements regarding the powers and composition of the Rajya Sabha:
1. Under Article 249, it has the power to declare any matter in the State List as of national significance.
2. Its powers regarding the passage of Constitutional Amendment Bills are co-equal to those of the Lok Sabha.
3. Both the elected and nominated members of the Rajya Sabha participate in the election of the Vice President of India.

Which of the statements given above are correct?

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With reference to the Indian Parliament, consider the following statements regarding the powers and composition of the Rajya Sabha:
1. Under Article 249, it has the power to declare any matter in the State List as of national significance.
2. Its powers regarding the passage of Constitutional Amendment Bills are co-equal to those of the Lok Sabha.
3. Both the elected and nominated members of the Rajya Sabha participate in the election of the Vice President of India.

Which of the statements given above are correct?

Accepted Answer

All three statements are correct. 1) Under Article 249, the Rajya Sabha can pass a resolution declaring that a subject in the State List has acquired national importance, empowering Parliament to make laws on it. 2) In terms of Constitutional Amendment Bills, both Houses have equal powers, and there is no provision for a joint sitting. 3) The electoral college for the Vice President of India consists of all members of Parliament (both elected and nominated) of both Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha.

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